2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 529 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
